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  • The Substitute Heiress (1912)
  • Short | Drama, Short
The Substitute Heiress (1912)
Short | Drama, Short
James Stillman, a young western millionaire, calls upon his New York broker, Arnold Winchester, who invites him to his country home. Winchester, however, receives a telegram which prevents him from going, but he sends Stillman and also ...See moreJames Stillman, a young western millionaire, calls upon his New York broker, Arnold Winchester, who invites him to his country home. Winchester, however, receives a telegram which prevents him from going, but he sends Stillman and also sends a telegram to his daughter Emily, to entertain him. Emily receives the telegram just as she is about to leave on an automobile trip with her fiancé, William, and a couple of friends. They are all greatly disappointed until Chase suggests dressing Emily's Ruth in Emily's clothes and letting her play hostess during Emily's absence. The plan is adopted and Ruth is left to entertain Stillman. Stillman arrives and Ruth acts as hostess. They are greatly impressed with each other and before Stillman leaves they fall in love. Ruth is left very unhappy because she believes her love for Stillman is hopeless in view of her station, and Stillman is brought to earth with a thud soon after when he receives an invitation to Emily Winchester's wedding. He goes to the church and is astonished to find a strange young lady being married as Emily Winchester. He follows the bridal party out of the church. Emily's father sees him and, noticing that there is no recognition between him and Emily, asks her if she does not remember Mr. Stillman, whom she entertained at the country home. Emily comprehends and confesses the deception. Stillman learns that the girl he wants is at the country home and goes there immediately. He finds Ruth and explains the situation to her. Ruth's dreams come true and they are married. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Siegmund Lubin
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Updated Nov 5, 1912
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Nov 5, 1912 (United States)

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